These resources are for general information. They are not legal advice or tailored to your situation. Talk to an immigration lawyer for advice in your case.
We’ve received several member requests for resources on how to prepare for and respond to the recent increase in immigration enforcement and other ICE activity in communities across Washington. Your Washington Hospitality Association team has compiled a list of resources below for your convenience.
Increased ICE activity around your business may also bring an increase in protestors. We have compiled resources for what to do before, during and after a protest occurs at or near your business.
Always remember, you have the right to speak to an attorney before answering any questions, consenting to a search, or handing over or signing any documents to a law enforcement officer.
If you have concerns about increased immigration enforcement in your community, here are a few immediate action steps you can take to protect your business, your employees, and your guests.
Know Your Rights
Knowing your rights before federal agents present themselves at your establishment is key. Here are some helpful posters you can print out and display next to your labor law posters.
- Washington State Attorney General’s Office
- Northwest Immigrant Rights Project
- ACLU: Know Your Rights – Immigrant Rights
- WAISN: Know Your Rights poster
- WISN: Guidelines for bystanders & observers
- Immigrant Legal Resource Center
- How to hand Red Cards to agents
- Print or order Red Cards here(In 16 languages)
ICE Raid Preparation
- Fisher Phillips:
- National Restaurant Association: Five Practical Steps for operators to prepare for a possible ICE raid
- National Immigration Law Center: A Guide for Employers – What to do if Immigration comes to your workplace
ICE Raid Happening Now
- Fisher Phillips 24/7 Hotline: Employers’ Rapid Response Team for DHS Raids
- In the event of an active raid, call 877-483-7781 for immediate assistance.
- City of Seattle: Immigrant Rapid Response Program
Legal Assistance
If you are in need of an attorney, we have some allied firms who may be able to help:
- Fisher Phillips Employers’ Rapid Response Team for DHS Raids
- Foster Garvey
- Paine Hamblen
- Perkins Coie
- Washington Hospitality Association Vendor Directory
Additional resources
- Washington Attorney General: Keep Washington Working Act FAQ
- Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN) resources
- Latinos en Spokane legal resources
- National Restaurant Association: Workplace Immigration Law in 2025: What Restaurants Should Expect
- Workplace immigration law in 2025: What restaurants should expect (registration required for webinar replay)
- American Businesses Immigration Coalition Resources
